The Cessna Citation Longitude extends the Latitude platform to 3,500 nautical miles, which opens up nonstop Mexico travel from the US East Coast and gives the type genuine cross-country Mexico capability. It is one of the faster super-midsize jets available for Mexico routes at 483 knots cruise.
Cessna certified the Citation Longitude in 2019, powered by two Fadec-controlled Turbofan engines and featuring a flat-floor cabin with a 6-foot stand-up height. It seats 8 to 12 passengers depending on configuration, cruises at 483 knots, and has a ceiling of 45,000 feet. Every Cessna Citation Longitude we arrange flies with an operator certificated under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Super Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 2019
- Seating: 8 to 12
- Crew: 2
- Range: 3,500 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 483 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 73.2 feet
- Wingspan: 68.9 feet
- Height: 19.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 112 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Cessna Citation Longitude Fits Mexico
At 3,500 nautical miles, the Longitude covers New York to Mexico City nonstop and reaches Cancun, Los Cabos, and Puerto Vallarta from the US East Coast without stopping. This range advantage over the Latitude is meaningful for clients departing from the Northeast or upper Midwest.
The 483-knot cruise makes the Longitude one of the faster aircraft in the super-midsize category, which translates to shorter block times on longer Mexico routes. New York to Cancun, for example, is a noticeably shorter flight than on a 446-knot competitor.
With up to 12 seats in certain configurations, the Longitude can carry larger Mexico travel groups in a single aircraft without stepping up to a heavy jet. For corporate travel to Monterrey or Guadalajara with a full executive team, this capacity flexibility is a practical advantage.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Cessna Citation Longitude run $7,500 to $9,500 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Citation Longitude charter on Mexico routes runs $7,500 to $9,500 per hour as of 7/2026.
Other Super Midsize Jets Available
- Bombardier Challenger 350
- Bombardier Challenger 3500
- Cessna Citation Latitude
- Challenger 300
- Citation Sovereign
- Citation X / 10
The full super midsize jets category page lists every super midsize jet we arrange for Mexico departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation Longitude charter in or out of Mexico, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.